Liverpool's title challenge has meant this game has been left somewhat overshadowed in England, although German supporters are apparently treating it with the grandeur it really deserves. Ten European Cups between them, eighteen finals, yet, the 2001 Super Cup aside, the pair hadn't played each other since 1981, when Liverpool…

Much like the game between Chile and the Netherlands earlier in the day, the strategy of this match was decided by each both sides' standings within the group. A win against Cameroon and draw against Brazil meant a draw would see Mexico through, whereas a loss in their opener against…

The two teams both lost their opening games of the tournament, but looked like they were playing at different levels despite their similar fortunes. Croatia performed admirably against Brazil and could blame their loss partly on some poor officiating (which Stipe Pletikosa would presumably prefer everyone focus on), while Cameroon…

At long last, the World Cup kicked off in its most successful nation. With protests still ongoing off-the-pitch, Brazil were hoping to distract from those issues with a worthy performance. The final scoreline had more to do with some suspect officiating (and goalkeeping) than any majesty from a Brazilian team…